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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources